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New Orleans stands as a bustling hub for maritime activity, with its port being one of the busiest in the world. If you work in
International waters are those located outside any nation’s territorial waters. Some refer to these waters as the open seas or the high seas. No nation
The differences that used to exist between maritime and admiralty law have become less distinct in modern times. The two terms are now used interchangeably
If you suffer a maritime injury at work on the water (including on a tugboat, barge, vessel, or oil rig), one of the questions you’ll
The Law of the Sea Treaty (LOST) is an international treaty that sets commercial and environmental guidelines for the world’s oceans. It is intended to
The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) defines the outer continental shelf as any and all submerged lands that are lying beyond state coastal waters,
The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is part of the law that fills the gap between maritime acts and state Workers’ Compensation laws.
Depending on the nature of your jet ski injury, the rental company, jet ski manufacturer, or a third-party (such as the operator of a boat
Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA) was put into law by Congress in order to increase the security of our nation’s seaports. As an
Injured dock workers are protected by the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). It provides compensation for lost wages, permanent impairment, medical expenses, vocational
The Young Firm is dedicated to advocating for injured maritime workers nationwide. If you were hurt while working offshore, on a vessel, or in a maritime setting, you deserve fair compensation to secure your future.
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